Bandits Invade Kano Villages, Abduct Multiple Women and Girls!

Bandits Invade Kano Villages, Abduct Multiple Women and Girls!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

Armed bandits have reportedly attacked Sundu and Biresawa villages in Tsanyawa Local Government Area of Kano State, abducting several women and girls in a late-night raid that has thrown the communities into panic.

“They came in large numbers, firing into the air. They took many women, including young girls,” a local resident told journalists.

Key Details:

• The attack occurred late Monday night, with eyewitnesses claiming the assailants operated for over an hour without resistance.
• Families have fled surrounding areas in fear of further raids.
• The number of abducted persons is yet to be officially confirmed, but local sources say at least a dozen women and girls are missing.
• Police and vigilante groups have begun search and rescue operations in nearby forests.

Why It Matters:

• This is one of the rare instances of mass abductions in Kano, a state relatively less affected by such violence compared to other northern states.
• The attack signals an alarming expansion of bandit activity into northwestern communities previously considered safer.
• It heightens calls for regional security reform and rural defense strategies.

What to Watch:

• Official statements from the Kano State Government and Police Command.
• Developments from ongoing rescue efforts.
• Possible impact on farming and schooling in the affected villages.

Sources:

1. Daily Trust
2. The Nation Nigeria
3. Kano State Police Command (Awaited)

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan is a dynamic journalist and editorial leader committed to excellence in news reporting and storytelling. As the Editor-in-Chief of Sele Media Africa, she ensures daily operations run smoothly while upholding the highest editorial standards. With a strong eye for detail and deep understanding of audience engagement, Marian coordinates content across platforms, guiding teams to produce compelling, timely, and credible news. Her leadership reflects the heart of Sele Media Africa’s mission—to inform, inspire, and elevate voices across the continent.

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